Reckon Desktop Integration

Reckon Desktop data can be integrated and synchronized codeless with various external systems, on premises or in the cloud, using the Layer2 Cloud Connector.

Learn on this page how the data integration of Reckon Desktop is working with the Layer2 Cloud Connector by using the step-by-step screenshot tutorial and reading our important advice and frequently asked questions. Make use of the benefits and features of this data integration tool by trying it out yourself: Free Trial Registration

HOW IT WORKS

In fact, you only need to do the 5 following steps to get your Reckon Desktop search data integration started.

Setup your connection as required: one-way or two-way.
Setup your data source, in this case, Reckon Desktop.
Setup your target– for example, a Microsoft SharePoint list or library.
Setup your mapping.
Start your project!

Reckon Desktop step-by-step data integration via the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Use this step-by-step-instruction to get through the whole product and data integration configuration easily. Some steps require a copy-paste task of code snippets. Please follow the recommendations in this instruction closely.

Before you can proceed with the configuration, please be aware that

You need to have the Remote Connector for Quickbooks. Download and install it here:
http://remoteconnector.com/

Connection setup for Reckon Desktop in the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 1: After the quick installation of your Layer2 Cloud Connector and a creation of your new connection, you then need to name your connection, for example “Reckon Desktop”, and define the direction of the synchronization.

Source setup for Reckon Desktop integration in the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 2: Select „Source“ which can be found inside the folder „Data Entities“. Name your source (Data Entity Title) and select„ Reckon“ from the list of included / installed data providers.

Connection string setup for Reckon Desktop data integration in the Layer2 Cloud Connector.

Step 2.5: Copy and paste the text you will find below this introduction into the Connection String/Select Statement field. Please adjust any placeholder with your own requirements.

Target setup for Reckon Desktop integration in the Layer2 Cloud Connector

Step 3: Now you have to configure the settings for your desired target. Please click on “Target” and search for the specific target configuration on our website. Then proceed and fill in the remaining input fields accordingly.

Mapping in the Layer2 Cloud Connector for Reckon Desktop data integration

Step 4: Please click on “Mappings” which can be found in the folder of your created connection. After that, you have to configure your own mapping like shown in the screenshot (example) to get decent data.

Start the data integration of Reckon Desktop

Step 5: If you have finalized your source and target settings, you need to go back to your first connection setup window of Step 1. You can now start your synchronization by clicking on “Run Now” at the bottom of the configuration window.

Preview data of Reckon Desktop integration

Good to know: The “Preview Data” function is a good way to see the result of your data integration in a preview mode. If you do not like the result, you can always make changes in the connection string, in the mapping, and the „Select Statement”.

Data of Reckon Desktop ready for integration with SharePoint

Example: Reckon Desktop data to be integrated into SharePoint via Layer2 Cloud Connector.

Finished data integration of Reckon Desktop.

Example: Reckon Desktop data in SharePoint after a data integration via Layer2 Cloud Connector.

Specific Connection Settings for your Reckon Desktop integration

Please copy and paste this select statement code into the designated field like described in Step 2.5 of the step-by-instruction above.

SELECT * FROM Employees, Customers;

You can also access more with the Tables and Views: Accounts, Bills, Checks, Invoices and a lot more.

You can get all available tables with:

SELECT * FROM sys_tables;

You can get all available views with:

SELECT * FROM sys_views;

Benefits of using the Layer2 Cloud Connector for your Reckon Desktop data integration

Time saving

Quick and easy installation in just minutes. Combine your data automatically in the background and benefit of better insights and greater revenues.

Multi-talent tool

Sync your Reckon Desktop data one-way or two-way locally or cloud-based and use it for migration, backup, or permanent synchronization projects. It is up to you.

High security

There is no access to your corporate data from the internet and no data transfer will occur to 3rd-parties. You have the full control.

Many setting options

Use the Layer2 Cloud Connecor in a very easy and simple way, or benefit from customizable options and features. You decide.

Many data provider included

To be even more easier: Use our own customized providers for common systems. Many more vendor-specific or 3rd party ADO.NET data providers are supported as well.

Cost-effective licensing

3 fully-featured product editions are available: Personal Edition (for one conncetion only), Professional Edition, and Enterprise Edition as our one-stop-shop solution. Have a look at the Buy Now Page.

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Known limitations and workarounds

Please take into account our advice and known limitations:

Connection Direction:
The connection type can be bi-directional. Please pay attention if you are using read-only fields. Read-only fields will not work with this type of connection. The field address, for example, is a read-only field.
States:
The field state accepts only the states from the software. If you try to write other values, you are going to get an error.

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